Original Page Illustration for the Book Clever Crow
This original artwork fine art painting aligns with the distinctive style of Olivia Lomenech Gill, whose work often combines technical mastery with imaginative flourishes. Known for her ability to blend the precise realism of her subjects with expressive, textural, and narrative elements, Olivia captures both the physical essence and the spirit of her chosen forms. In this artwork, the crow is not merely a representation of nature but an invitation to engage with the bird’s character and soundscape. The lined-paper background and handwritten text suggest a sense of spontaneity, as though the image and the idea emerged organically in a sketchbook—a hallmark of Olivia’s intuitive creative process.
In Olivia Lomenech Gill’s oeuvre, animals are often portrayed as beings with personalities, histories, and voices, and this crow is no exception. It calls to the viewer with its bold "CAW," inviting them to contemplate not only its physical beauty but also its role in storytelling and symbolism. This original artwork fine art painting exemplifies Gill’s ability to merge scientific accuracy with artistic expression, making her work both engaging and thought-provoking.
Clever Crow by Chris Butterworth, with illustrations by Olivia Lomenech Gill, is an engaging children's book celebrating the intelligence and behaviors of crows. Aimed at readers aged 3 to 7, the book combines Butterworth's informative yet accessible text with Gill's expressive mixed-media illustrations, which showcase crows and their eggs in fine detail. Praised as “a picture book as intelligent as its subject” by The Wall Street Journal, and described by Kirkus Reviews as “an admiring tribute to the habits and smarts of the corvid clan,” the book highlights the birds' tool-using abilities, playfulness, and strategic food-hiding techniques. Its muted artistic palette complements the fascinating natural insights, earning it recognition as a 2024 Junior Library Guild Selection and a favorite among young nature enthusiasts.
"Caw" - Original artwork by Olivia Lomenech Gill - Fine Art painting
Original Page Illustration
By Olivia Lomenech Gill for the book Clever Crow.- Medium: Ink, gouache & charcoal on card.
- Dimensions (Unframed):
- Metric: 51 cm x 74 cm
- Imperial: 20.07 in x 29.13 in
- Framing: The frame can be purchased on demand for an additional price of 300€.
